Grommet with Pearlescent Coating for Sneakers
This grommet is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the pearlescent coating surface, the 38 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps sneakers consistent across seasons instead of drifting with whatever the mill happens to have in stock.
The usual reason buyers come to us is not price. It is a spec that lived in an email instead of a tech pack, or elastic that lost recovery after three washes. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Grommet |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Pearlescent Coating |
| Typical application | Sneakers |
| Base material | Wood |
| Standard size | 38 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 16 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 5,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 15-30 days after approval |
| Compliance | AATCC Test Methods |
Material and finish options
- Silicone — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Aluminium — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Recycled PET — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- POM Plastic — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Zinc Alloy — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
Processes available on this item
- Electroplating
- Screen Printing
- Bonding
- Calendering
- Garment Washing
- Heat Setting
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Sneakers. Related applications on the same base include bags, outdoor tents, footwear, activewear, lingerie.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 1.5 sampling on every lot.
- Photo report shared before the balance payment is due.
- Packed to your own carton ratio and barcode specification.
- Test reports issued against AATCC Test Methods with the shipment.
- Golden sample retained at the factory, second one held by the buyer.
FAQ
How long does sampling take?
10 working days for the first sample, with 3 days per revision round. Plated or dyed-to-match items add a few days.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard MOQ is 5000 per style per colour. Mixed colourways can be combined on the same spec if the base material is identical.
Which compliance documents do you provide?
AATCC Test Methods documentation is issued with the shipment. Test reports can be ordered against any additional standard you nominate.
What happens if a bulk lot fails inspection?
The lot is reworked or remade at our cost. Inspection reports are shared before the balance payment is due.
Share the programme details and we will propose two alternatives — one optimised for unit cost, one for lead time — and let you choose.
